Recruitment Researcher

TALENT-MERGE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment services firm in Singapore is seeking a Talent Sourcing Specialist to conduct comprehensive market research and develop effective sourcing strategies. You will evaluate candidate profiles and prepare recommendations for hiring managers. The ideal candidate has a minimum of 1 year of HR or recruitment experience and excellent communication skills. This role offers an opportunity to optimize sourcing campaigns and manage candidate engagement within a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in HR or recruitment.
• Proficiency in using various sourcing tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth research into talent markets and industry trends.
• Develop effective sourcing strategies using job platforms and databases.
• Partner with hiring managers to align sourcing activities.

Skills

Candidate profiling

Communication

Sourcing strategies

Research

Education

GCE 'A' Levels or Diploma in Business Administration

Tools

LinkedIn

Job boards

Boolean search

Job description

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth research into local talent markets, industry trends, and competitor landscapes to identify potential candidates and deliver actionable insights.
• Develop and execute effective sourcing strategies utilizing online job platforms, AI-powered databases, and professional networks (e.g., LinkedIn, MyCareersFuture).
• Evaluate candidate profiles, assess suitability, and prepare detailed summaries and recommendations for hiring managers.
• Build and maintain robust talent pipelines by proactively identifying, mapping, and engaging passive candidates, including competitor organizations and niche industry talent.
• Analyze recruitment and sourcing performance data, track key metrics, and generate reports to optimize sourcing campaigns.
• Partner closely with recruiters and hiring managers to align sourcing activities with evolving business needs and hiring priorities.
• Initiate conversations with prospective candidates, foster relationships, and manage candidate engagement using compliant communication channels such as WhatsApp, email, and LinkedIn (PDPA adherence required).
• Prepare regular and ad hoc reports on market trends, talent availability, and competitive intelligence to inform strategic decision‑making.

Requirements

• Min GCE' A' Levels or Diploma in Business Administration or equivalent
• Min 1 year in HR or recruitment experience.
• Proficiency in using job boards, LinkedIn, Boolean search, and other sourcing tools.
• Thoroughness in candidate profiling and documentation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication to engage with candidates.
• Ability to navigate changing priorities and work in a dynamic environment.